Aluminum Welded Boat with Jet Motor and Boat Trailer

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is seeking sealed bids for the procurement of one aluminum welded boat with a jet motor and one corresponding aluminum boat trailer, specifically for their Law Enforcement Region 5 Laredo Office. The boat must be 20-21 feet in length with a 70-72 inch bottom width, equipped with a minimum 300 horsepower jet drive engine and a 30-gallon minimum fuel capacity. Required specifications include various safety and operational features for the boat and trailer, such as galvanized/aluminum wheels, LED lighting, and appropriate safety equipment. Bids are due on February 18, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST, with the contract to be awarded to the lowest responsive bidder possessing an active Marine Dealer License. Vendors must provide an inspection opportunity for TPWD staff prior to delivery and can potentially eliminate freight charges by allowing direct pickup of the unit, with the final delivery method determined at the time of award.

The solicitation includes preference categories for Texas-based businesses, with special consideration given to service-disabled veteran-owned businesses and other designated enterprise categories under state procurement regulations. Potential bidders must demonstrate compliance with state procurement rules and have the capability to meet the detailed technical specifications. Payment terms stipulate processing within 30 days of proper invoice submission and acceptance of goods. While a specific award value is not explicitly stated, the procurement is for a single boat and trailer unit for the TPWD Law Enforcement region. Vendors must be prepared to deliver the equipment to the Laredo office location and meet all technical and operational requirements outlined in the invitation for bid, with TPWD reserving the right to determine the best value based on factors including price, delivery schedule, and past performance.